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OK SB678
OK SB678Oklahoma Religious Freedom Act; prohibiting certain actions by government entities against religious institutions. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/01/2021
02/01/2021
In Committee
02/02/2021
02/02/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/27/2022
05/27/2022
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to the Oklahoma Religious Freedom Act; amending 51 O.S. 2011, Section 253, which relates to burden upon free exercise of religion; establishing certain actions by government entities against religious institutions as a substantial burden on the free exercise of religion; prohibiting restricted access to certain facilities; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Oklahoma Religious Freedom Act to establish that the closure of a religious institution or declaring it as non-essential by a government entity is considered a substantial burden on the free exercise of religion, unless it is the least restrictive means to further a compelling government interest. The bill also prohibits government entities from restricting access to religious facilities or gatherings, as long as the institutions are not engaged in illegal activities. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2021.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Judiciary (on 02/02/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb678&Session=2200 |
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb678&Session=2100 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2021-22%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB678%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | http://webserver1.lsb.state.ok.us/cf_pdf/2021-22%20INT/SB/SB678%20INT.PDF |
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